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Sign upFebruary 2, 2020
International Portal of Prague
Prague
The case study presented in the report focuses on assessing the urban heat vulnerability of public transport stops in Prague, Czech Republic, conducted by ECOTEN Urban Comfort. The study aims to map and analyze the vulnerability to extreme heat in Prague using a framework from the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC), including exposure, sensitivity, and adaptive capacity. - Exposure measures the prevalence of high temperatures, or hot spots, using satellite data. - Sensitivity assesses how vulnerable people are to heat based on factors like age and health. - Adaptive Capacity evaluates the city's ability to cope with heat, considering green spaces and water bodies. The urban heat vulnerability index (UHVI) for Prague was calculated by combining these components, and the results were used to rank the city's senate districts. The study aims to guide urban planners in identifying the most heat-resilient areas and prioritize those needing attention for heat resilience improvements, particularly around public transport stops. The report also suggests adaptation measures for these areas to enhance the quality of life in Prague.
Improved urban microclimate and reduced heat island effect in areas with increased green and blue-green infrastructure, leading to cooler temperatures at public transport stops and surrounding districts. Enhanced resilience to heat reduces potential costs related to infrastructure damage and public health expenses by identifying and prioritizing areas for targeted intervention, guiding efficient use of resources in urban planning.
The Urban Heat Vulnerability Map is processing 3 times more data sets and is delivered 4 times quicker than the traditional approach, empowering cities to identify the most vulnerable areas to extreme heat events and therefore maximise the impact of the implementation of heat mitigation strategies.
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